“2-Step Verification is ‘like a double security door — if a thief unlocks the first one, he’s blocked by another.’” – auth0.com

How it Works

2-Step Verification

2-Step verification means that you’re the only person who can sign in to your account, even if your passwords has been stolen or compromised.

Here’s how it works with Google sign-in:

If you’re coming from a third party like Tiller, click the “login” or “Sign up with Google” button.

A new window will open.

You’ll enter your Google password as usual.

You’ll then be prompted for an additional way to sign in along with your Google password.

A one-time code will be sent to your phone via text, voice call, or our mobile app. (Or, if you have a Security Key, you can insert it into your computer’s USB port.)

It’s important to note that with 2-Step Verification, you’ll always be required to have “something you know and something you have” – your password and your phone or another device that can receive text messages with the confirmation code (such as an iPad).

Bonus: Use the Password Checkup Chrome Add-on from Google

“Wherever you sign-in, if you enter a username and password that is no longer safe due to appearing in a data breach known to Google, you’ll receive an alert. Please reset your password. If you use the same username and password for any other accounts, please reset your password there as well.”